Two quotes came from these actions - one by Marine Captain Lloyd W. Williams of the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines who retorted when urged to retreat by the French heading towards the rear: "Retreat? Hell, we just got here!" And a few days later when the Allies started an offensive action...
Leadership responsibility significantly increases in the mid-level enlisted ranks. This responsibility is given formal recognition by use of the term noncommissioned officer (NCO). A Marine corporal is considered a NCO rank. Pay Grade: E5 Sergeant (Sgt) Pay Grade: E6 Staff Sergeant (SSgt) Pay...